Which of the Following Is Not a Component of a Nucleic

question 50

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a component of a nucleic acid?

• A)a protein
• B)a phosphate group
• C)a sugar
• D)a nitrogenous base
• E)All of the above are components of nucleic acids.

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Definitions:

Labeled Atoms

Atoms in a molecule that are marked or tagged with an isotope to trace them in chemical reactions and processes.

Triethylamine

A strong, organic base, commonly used as a reagent and catalyst in organic synthesis.

Nitrogen Atom

A chemical element with atomic number 7, essential to life on Earth, and a common element in organic compounds.

CNC Bond Angle

The angle formed between two carbon atoms and a nitrogen atom connected in a molecule.